Ask for help; personal pronouns: du, sie, es, wir.

Paul and Meili get to know each other better. She has to find Anna Maywald's office in the university. Can Paul help her?

Here's how to get YOUR NAME on the next German Stories episode:

1) If not, launch the Apple Podcast app on your iPhone / iPad and tap the search icon (on top)
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German Stories | Learn German with Stories

2: Können Sie mir helfen? | Can you help me?

"La llegada de la sabiduría con el  tiempo" es una historia de Manuel Rivas en su libro ¿Qué me quieres, amor? página 181.  Inspirada en el poema de W.B Yeats. 

The Macondo man stories

La llegada de la sabiduría con el tiempo 

Today’s Theme is “紅葉（こうよう）《Autumn colors》”.
This episode is JLPT-N4 level.

I created a quiz on this episode.
After listening, please take the quiz!

Please use this audio for listening and shadowing practices.

☆Words☆
紅葉狩り（もみじがり / momijigari）：This is a yearly event for many Japanese people in Autumn. The word “Momiji” in Momiji-gari means Autumn colours, and “gari” means hunting.
Japanese people go out to parks and mountains where they can see lots of trees in their Autumn colors – yellows, oranges and reds, and simply enjoy the beautiful change of seasons from Summer to Autumn.

お花見（おはなみ / ohanami）：Ohanami is a traditional Japanese custom in spring. At a cherry blossom viewing party, people get together under cherry blossom trees and enjoy eating and drinking.

嵐山（あらしやま / arashiyama）：Arashiyama is an area in the western part of Kyoto City. The mountain named Arashiyama at an altitude of 382 meters in the western part of Kyoto City, the surrounding mountains, and the foot of the mountain are generally called Arashiyama. At the foot of Arashiyama, there are many historical temples, shrines, and historic sites, making it a famous tourist destination.

上旬（じょうじゅん / jōjun）：at the beginning of the month
中旬（ちゅうじゅん / chūjun）：in the middle of the month
下旬（げじゅん / gejyun）：at the end of the month

日光（にっこう / nikkō）：Nikko is a town located in Tochigi Prefecture. Tochigi prefecture is an inland prefecture located in the northern part of the Kanto region. Nikko has many old-style buildings, and it is registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.

新幹線（しんかんせん / shinkansen）：bullet train

☆Script for this episode
The scripts (URL) are listed in the overview section of the channel.
	
☆Quiz for this episode


Simple Japanese Listening with Meg（めぐ）Smile

#38  紅葉 / Autumn colors // N4 Level /Japanese listening

En este episodio hablo sobre el invierno y la nieve.

In this episode I talk about winter and snow.

(You can find more content on my ko-fi page! https://ko-fi.com/minutopodcastsp)

Minuto Español

Invierno y nieve (Winter and snow)

Znáte už nejoblíbenějšího českého zpěváka?

Czech Easily: Slow & Easy

18. České osobnosti: Karel Gott

Here is an introduction to the typical Maltese delicacies (or not) that you can find around the island! Which item inspires you the most? Which one would you never eat?! 

Let's find out together! 

Introducing my country: MALTA 🇲🇹   ... What about yours?!

SAVOURY Foods around Malta 🇲🇹 

🎙️ Why Perfectionism Kills Your IELTS Fluency — and What to Do in 3 Seconds.

I’ve seen it hundreds of times — students who know all the grammar, all the phrases, yet freeze the moment they have to speak. Their voice tightens, their mind goes blank, and all that knowledge disappears.

In this episode, I talk about why that happens — and why perfectionism is the real enemy of fluency. I’ll share a story from one of my students, explain what’s going on in your head when you start overthinking, and show you a simple 3-second shift that helps you sound calm, confident, and real — even in front of an examiner.

If you’ve ever felt that your English suddenly “dies” when you need it most, this episode will help you bring it back to life.

Stay till the end — I’ve got a small bonus for you and a way to get personal feedback after the episode.

#IELTS speaking #Fluent English #Spoken English confidence #Nofear

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

The Inner Game of IELTS -  Why Perfectionism Kills Your Fluency and how to fix it in 3 steps.

Global professionals often face unique challenges, including increased workload, rapid change, and cultural differences. To thrive in this complex environment, upskilling is paramount.

Understanding Workplace Overwhelm
Overwhelm is often linked to factors like unclear expectations, excessive workload, and lack of support. Global professionals may experience additional stress due to time zone differences, cultural nuances, and virtual collaboration challenges. Recognizing the signs of overwhelm - burnout, decreased productivity, and declining job satisfaction - is crucial.

The Role of Upskilling
Upskilling is essential for managing overwhelm and advancing careers. By acquiring new skills, professionals can increase efficiency, take on more complex tasks, and adapt to changing demands. Focus on skills that align with organizational goals and future industry trends.

Prioritizing Upskilling
Identify skill gaps through self-assessment and feedback. Prioritize learning areas that directly address workload challenges. Consider microlearning for quick skill acquisition.

Creating a Supportive Environment
Effective time management, delegation, and setting boundaries are crucial. Open communication with managers about workload is essential. Seek support from colleagues or mentors.

Balancing Work and Life
Global professionals often face unique work-life challenges. Prioritize well-being through physical activity, mindfulness, and sufficient rest. Set clear boundaries between work and personal life.

Leveraging Technology
Utilize productivity tools to streamline tasks. Explore automation options to reduce manual work. Leverage collaboration platforms for efficient teamwork.

By understanding the root causes of overwhelm and prioritizing upskilling, global professionals can enhance their resilience, career progression, and overall job satisfaction.

The Global Professional Podcast

Workplace Overwhelm and Upskilling for Global Professionals - Episode 114

こんにちは！Atsushiです。

今日は関西弁のイントネーションについて。
標準語と関西弁でイントネーションや言葉がいろいろと違います。

今日はイントネーションの違いを話そうと思います。
私はネイティブの関西人なので、無意識に使っていますが、聞いている人からすると、すぐにわかるようです。

ということで、やってみましょう！

いくつかあげてみますね！
・ありがとう
　標準語　りであがる
　関西弁　とうがあがる

・田中さん
　標準語　高いまま
　関西弁　中だけあがる

・ファミマ(ファミリーマート)
　関西弁　ミであがる

・スタバ(スターバックス)
　関西弁　タであがる

どうですか？
イントネーションの違い、わかりますか？
正直、標準語はちょっと自信がないです笑
無意識に関西弁を使い続けているので。
関西弁の方はネイティブなので大丈夫だと思います！

他にも
こんにちは
朝ごはん
遊ぶ
電車
映画
外国人

ちょっとわからなくなってくるので、これぐらいにしたいと思います！

今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！
ではまた！
